At Central Alberta Times, we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains what data we collect, how we use it, and your rights regarding that information.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

• Personal Details: Name, email address, phone number, billing address, and payment information when you subscribe, become a member, or advertise with us.

• Account Information: Login credentials and membership details.

• Newsletter Activity: Your preferences, newsletter downloads, and interactions with our emails.

• Technical Data: IP address, browser type, device details, and cookies (see Cookie Notice below).

• Uploaded Files: If you submit advertising materials, images, or other attachments.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Provide access to the members-only section and newsletters.

• Process payments and manage subscriptions.

• Respond to advertising inquiries and submissions.

• Communicate updates, offers, and relevant news.

• Improve the performance, security, and functionality of our website.

We will never sell or rent your personal information to third parties.

3. How We Protect Your Information

We use secure payment gateways and SSL encryption to keep your information safe. Access to personal data is restricted to authorized staff only.

4. Sharing of Information

We may share limited information with:

• Payment processors (for membership or advertising payments).

• Email marketing tools (to deliver newsletters).

• Legal authorities if required by law.

These partners are required to maintain strict confidentiality and data protection standards.

5. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access, update, or delete your personal data.

• Unsubscribe from newsletters or marketing emails at any time.

• Request a copy of the information we hold about you.

To make a request, please contact us at centralalbertatimes@gmail.com.

6. Data Retention

We retain user data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described above or as required by law.

7. Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy periodically. Any updates will be posted on this page with the “Last Updated” date.